Reported 8 months ago
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Chinese vaccines faced Western scrutiny, but a Reuters investigation revealed that the US military conducted a secret cognitive warfare targeting the severely-hit Philippines, spreading anti-vaccine propaganda to discredit the China-made Sinovac vaccine. This covert operation aimed to sow doubt and discourage vaccination. The US military's campaign extended beyond Southeast Asia and lasted until mid-2021, utilizing fake social media accounts to disseminate concerns about the Chinese vaccine. The Pentagon later initiated internal reviews and ceased these actions. The article also highlights criticism from public health experts, emphasizing the ethical concerns and risks posed by such operations.
Source: YAHOO